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Wood that has been cut from a log quartered lengthwise and at an angle of at least 45 degrees between the board face and the annular growth rings. This method of cutting lessens the warpage and shrinkage<\/span> of the lumber. Radiant heating systems under hardwood should use a quarter sawn<\/span> selection or a species of hardwood that is resistant to warping and cupping. Plain sawn is the other common cut of hardwood used for flooring yet is not as resistant to warping like a quarter sawn<\/span> variety.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Wood that has been cut from a log quartered lengthwise and at an angle of at least 45 degrees between the board face and the annular growth rings. This method of cutting lessens the warpage and shrinkage<\/span> of the lumber. 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